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Our top choices for Budapest hostels

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and large windows offering city views.

1. JO&JOE Budapest

JO&JOE Budapest
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"A good hotel in a perfect location to enjoy the best of the nightlife Budapest has to offer"
United Kingdom
Craig
The price is HK$166
HK$181 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
JO&JOE Budapest
A hallway with lockers, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

2. Wombat's City Hostel Budapest

Wombat's City Hostel Budapest
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Nice stay great location"
United States
Yassine
The price is HK$424
HK$462 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Wombat's City Hostel Budapest
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, wooden paneling, and multiple potted plants.

3. Maverick Central Market

Maverick Central Market
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (185 reviews)
"Nice hostel. I had a good time and everything was as expected."
United States
Ronaldo
The price is HK$463
HK$505 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Maverick Central Market
Front of property

4. WOW City Hostel

WOW City Hostel
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (95 reviews)
"The property was about what I normally expect from a hostel. It was clean but a little run down. And the room with private bathroom was not actually a private bathroom. And the couple in the adjacent room who shared the semi-private bathroom were terribly messy. They should be more specific that it is not actually a private bathroom. Overall it was a decent stay. The location is great, near everything. With plenty of restaurants and bars nearby. And it is perfect for the airport bus. The...
United States
Stephen
The price is HK$401
HK$437 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
WOW City Hostel
A spacious indoor area with a central staircase, wooden reception desk, and multiple seating areas.

5. Maverick Athenaeum

Maverick Athenaeum
2.0 star property
Erzsebetvaros
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (234 reviews)
"Nice shared place"
United States
Svitlana
The price is HK$650
HK$709 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Maverick Athenaeum
A hotel room with a bed, a red bean bag, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

6. Maverick Budapest Soho

Maverick Budapest Soho
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (622 reviews)
"In general a very good experience. The staff was very quick to reply and solve an issue with my booking. The hostel isn't the most modern but kept tidy and has some of the most convenient beds I've seen in a hostel- a privacy curtain, sturdy ladder in the middle, convenient shelf both sides of the mattrace to prevent personal belongings from falling off or getting stuck between the frame and the bed. The locker in the room was generous, although the screws on the lock were a bit wobbly and used...
Germany
MAREK
The price is HK$545
HK$594 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Maverick Budapest Soho
A grand entrance with a double door, ornate columns, and a balcony above.

7. Maverick Downtown

Maverick Downtown
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"Great location, Friendly staff, awesome rooms!"
Canada
Gyorgy
The price is HK$532
HK$580 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Maverick Downtown
A narrow corridor with ornate architectural details, a balcony with a railing, and potted plants on the right side.

8. Gaia Astoria

Gaia Astoria
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Amazing hospitality."
United States
Colin Edem
The price is HK$1,009
HK$1,100 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Gaia Astoria
A modern lobby with a sofa, a yellow table, and a large screen displaying 'amist Hub Hostel Budapest.'

9. AMISTAT Hub Hostel Budapest

AMISTAT Hub Hostel Budapest
2.0 star property
Erzsebetvaros
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"All good, specifically Greg at the reception was really nice to chat. The only bad was the location so far as it has many homeless and drug users"
Canada
Farhad
The price is HK$329
HK$358 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
AMISTAT Hub Hostel Budapest
A bright room with a large window, a wooden desk, a bed with white linens, and several potted plants on the windowsill.

10. Flow Spaces

Flow Spaces
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (248 reviews)
"Clean room, nice location, easy check in."
United States
Christopher
The price is HK$421
HK$458 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Flow Spaces
A modern cafe with a counter, seating area, and decorative panels.

11. The Hive Party Hostel

The Hive Party Hostel
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (124 reviews)
"Clean room welcoming and helpful staff members,all good "
United States
Nakasagga
The price is HK$576
HK$628 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Hive Party Hostel
A modern kitchen with a central island, a mural on the wall, and a view of the dining area.

12. Adagio Hostel Basilica

Adagio Hostel Basilica
2.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (89 reviews)
"Good location"
Norway
Kristin Soc
The price is HK$584
HK$637 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Adagio Hostel Basilica
A city street with yellow trams, cars, and pedestrians.

13. Avenue Hostel

Avenue Hostel
2.0 star property
District VI
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (300 reviews)
"Very close to everything. It worth the price to stay in this place."
United States
Ruel
The price is HK$113
HK$123 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Avenue Hostel
A multi-story building with arched windows and a prominent 'a&o' sign on the ground floor.

14. a&o Hostel Budapest City

a&o Hostel Budapest City
2.0 star property
Erzsebetvaros
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (150 reviews)
"Perfect for a quick city break!"
United Kingdom
Hannah
The price is HK$404
HK$441 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
a&o Hostel Budapest City
A spacious living room with a large window, a red patterned rug, a plaid armchair, a vintage sewing machine, and a bookshelf.

15. Baroque Hostel & Coworking

Baroque Hostel & Coworking
2.0 star property
Erzsebetvaros
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (84 reviews)
"The hostel is located close to some main attractions, 20 minutes away by public transportation from the river. There is always somebody working and some of the staff are better than others but overall it was a good experience."
United States
Jose
The price is HK$357
HK$389 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Baroque Hostel & Coworking
A sunlit room with a balcony, a sofa, a table with a blue tablecloth, and potted plants.

16. Island Hostel - Adults only

Island Hostel - Adults only
2.0 star property
Budapest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Lovely area around the hostel and really friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Elliot
The price is HK$435
HK$474 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Island Hostel - Adults only
A hotel with a classic facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a hostel.

17. MP Hostel Budapest

MP Hostel Budapest
1.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"Basic but in a nice way. There’s a good vibe and a mix of young and older travelers. Very quiet for a hostel which was my main fear. Nice courtyard and good location."
United States
Mark M.
The price is HK$463
HK$505 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
MP Hostel Budapest
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a small white shelf with plants.

18. Equity Point Budapest - Hostel

Equity Point Budapest - Hostel
3.0 star property
Budapest City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (651 reviews)
"Clean, convenient, bar on site, great activities"
United Kingdom
Bogdan
The price is HK$421
HK$458 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Equity Point Budapest - Hostel
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Budapest Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,856
Accommodation
44 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$123
Highest Price
HK$1,100

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Budapest?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its monuments and museums.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Budapest?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start: Avenue Hostel - 2-minute walk from Oktogon M Tram Stop for easy access to public transport. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a bar. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Maverick Central Market - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Zsil utca Tram Stop. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. JO&JOE Budapest - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Blaha Lujza ter Station and Blaha Lujza tér M Tram Stop. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Flow Spaces - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Fővám tér M Tram Stop and Kalvin ter Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an arcade/games room. Rooms come with showers, hairdryers and bed sheets. Equity Point Budapest - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop and Blaha Lujza ter Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels will I find in Budapest?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Budapest, one of Expedia's 36 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Budapest?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Budapest is 646 mm.
What is there to see and do in Budapest?
Overall, Budapest is known for its monuments, museums and churches. Major attractions include Margaret Island. Get out into nature with places such as Gellért Hill, Liberty Square and Danube River. Cultural attractions include Hungarian National Museum, Danube Palace and Hungarian State Opera House.
What's the best way to get to and around Budapest while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Budapest on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Budapest (BUD-Ferenc Liszt Intl.), located 10.7 mi (17.2 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Ferenciek Square Station, Astoria M Tram Stop and Astoria Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Budapest Boraros Square Station, Budapest-Nyugati Station or Budapest (XXQ-Keleti Station).